Second Law of Thermodynamics

Total entropy of an isolated system always increases over time.

Core Principles & Analysis

• Originated in Sadi Carnot's 1824 analysis of ideal heat engine efficiency.
• Rudolf Clausius coined the term entropy in 1865.
• Sets the maximum efficiency of any heat engine operating between two temperatures.

Specifications & Metrics

• SYMBOL: dS≥0

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